test 2 Flashcards
Barriers to adequate nutrition
impairment in swallowing altered sensory perception poverty or lack of access developmental age medications alcoholism intestinal surface area mechanical fixation
Kcal per gram of fat
9kcal per g
Kcal per gram of carbohydrate
4kcal per g
Kcal per gram of protein
4kcal per g
corticosteroids
take with food or milk to decrease GI upset
oral narcotics
take with food to decrease GI upset
if no food during medications time frame
take 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating
ciprofloxacin
no dairy
tetracycline
no food or dairy
MAOIs
avoid food with tyramine
grapefruit
watch grapefruit juice with many different drugs
nutrients are required for
energy
growth
maintenance
repair
who should be monitored during meal at an extended care facility?
client with Alzheimer’s
mental deficit or aspiration risk
what would you recommend to a client that goes home with nutrition needs?
consult social services for home meal delivery
encourage buying frozen fruit/ veg
recommend drinking supplements
investigate adult community lunch programs
food allergy
overreaction of the immune system of food protein or large molecule body produces antibodies to protect itself
this can be a response that is immediate or delayed up to a day.
most common food allergies
peanuts milk eggs wheat seafood or cross reactive such as ragweed also to melons and bananas.
symptoms of an allergic food reaction
skin- urticaria
GI- nausea, vomiting
respiratory problems difficulty breathing
risk of anaphylaxis
types of diets
NPO clear liquid full liquid pureed diet soft low fiber diet mechanical soft diet regular diet
NPO
nothing by mouth including water
long time needs iv
clear liquid
foods that are clear and liquid at room temp
minimal digestion
(Water, tea, coffee, fat-free broth, carbonated beverages, clear juices, gelatin, popsicles)
reduces gas and fecal material
post op recovery
full liquid diet
any liquids at room temp
if longer than 2-3 days supplement shake needed
intolerance to solid fd or post op recovery
pureed diet
blended diet
food is easier to swallow
some or no foods excluded add broth or water when blending.
soft bland low fiber diet
whole foods low in fiber, lightly seasoned
gas forming foods excluded (fruits, veggies, coarse breads, cereals) beans
GI disorders chewing issues acute infections
in-between full liquids and regular diets
Lactose free diet
food intolerance not allergy
gas bloating and diarrhea
those with missing enzyme inability to metabolize lactose
treated milk lactaid
food intolerance
missing enzyme to break down food such as lactase for lactose
heart disease diet
low cholesterol diet less than 200 mg/day
consume low saturated fat diet
start exercising quit tobacco
1 glass of red wine a day reduces risk of CHD
CHF diets
reduce sodium intake 1,2,3mg
monitor fluid intake/ output
MI diet
liquid diet best for first 24 hours after
caffeine should be avoided since stimulates HR
counsel about heart healthy diet
Iron deficiency anemia
most common anemia
sources of iron
beef liver, red meat, fish, poultry, tofu, dried beans, whole grains, dried fruits/ peas
Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia
inadequate intake
natural sources fish, meat, poultry, eggs, milk
vegans need supplemental B12
Folic acid deficiency anemia
caused by malnutrition, malabsorption, drugs
sources are leafy green veggies, dried peas, beans, liver, seeds, OJ, fortified cereals/ breads, or supplements.
Diets for GI disorders
low fiber diet: slows gastric movement. used short term for diarrhea, acute diverticulitis, malabsorption syndrome, preparation for bowl surgery/ procedures
High fiber diets: foods containing > 5g/serving
helps increase stool bulk, stimulates peristalsis, prevents constipation, protects against colon cancer.
BRAT diet
B: bananas
R: Rice
A: applesauce
T: toast
causes of constipation
irregular bowl habits, PsychoGenic factors, inactivity, chronic laxative use/ abuse
obstruction
poor intake of fiber/ water
Causes of diarrhea
emotional/ physical stress, GI disorders, mal absorption conditions, infections, certain medications
diarrhea may cause loss of K, Na and fluid
Dumping syndrome
complications after gastric surgeries inhibits pyloric sphincter and control of food into the small intestines
no food one hour after eating or during meal
restrict lactose
recommend small frequent meals
nausea vomiting, dizziness rapid heartbeat hypo glycemia within 15 mins post eating
GERD
encourage weight loss avoid large meals at bedtime avoid trigger foods avoid fatty foods spicy foods caffeine alcohol cigarette smoke chocolate peppermint
Diverticulosis/ diverticulitis
inflammation of fecal matter getting trapped in diverticula
educate about high fiber diet
lower fiber intake
gluten restricted diet
wheat rye are omitted
celiac disease is a malabsorption disorder
ESRD
high protein low phosphorus low sodium low potassium
hypoglycemic
rules of 15 15g of carbs retest if 70-75mg/dl repeat steps 1tbsp honey 5 lifesavers 2-3 glucose tabs 15g extra if meal is an hour away and normalized